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Moment 164: AVOID These 3 Phone Habits That Are Hurting Your Brain! The Mental Health Doctor: Dr Aditi Nerurkar

May 31, 2024
Dr. Aditi Nerurkar, a world-renowned expert in stress, dives deep into the phenomenon of 'Popcorn Brain.' She explains how our overuse of smartphones leads to constant distraction and overstimulation, impacting mental health. Discussing the urgent need for digital boundaries, she shares practical strategies to improve our relationship with technology. Aditi also highlights the psychological toll of consuming graphic content, offering tips on navigating news without becoming overwhelmed. Tune in for insights on reclaiming mental space!
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Quick takeaways

  • Excessive smartphone use leads to 'Popcorn Brain', causing overstimulation and distractions.
  • Setting digital boundaries and reducing phone reliance improve mental health in a fast-paced digital era.

Deep dives

Maximizing Stress and Anxiety

The podcast explores how engaging in certain behaviors can lead to heightened stress and anxiety levels. It mentions the impact of scrolling through intense social media content late at night up to the early hours of the morning. This repeated exposure to distressing information triggers a cortisol spike, contributing to heightened stress levels. By emphasizing what not to do, the episode highlights a 30-day plan to intentionally increase anxiety and stress, cautioning against excessive exposure to negative content.

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